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[@jeffkinder6865]

416k subs that’s a lot of people who watch ur videos and respect you... thanks for the videos and all the help I’ve been getting into the prepping thing for almost 2 years and have learned a lot from you and also anytime I’m looking at buying a new gun I always go to your channels to see if you have a review

[@SensiblePrepper]

Thanks Jeff! Our mission os to inspire people to be prepared. I appreciate your kind words!

[@michigunsanta8680]

Jeff Kinder I think some people take things alittle too far but I don’t see why having a money belt with a few other items in it and having a “bug out bag” with a lot of the items he has close by with a durable firearm is not a bad idea. I’ve had food and water at the house since 99 and have a bug out bag but I don’t keep it in my vehicle because I live and work in Detroit and they’ll smash and grab quick! lol

[@BOOSTEDLASER]

What great watch is this?

[@NukaColaQuantum]

Jeff Kinder sensible prepper, the pole shift is coming. Thanks for your 511 tactical backpack review. I bought one in sandstone color. Check out my thread called “pole shift coming how to prepare” on godlikeproductions.com. This one is the true shtf scenario that you need to prepare for. This is not a joke. Good luck, sir.

[@BOOSTEDLASER]

@@NukaColaQuantum When is the pole shirt again?

[@carolsman7]

I don't understand some of the complainers. If you think his vids are "too long" or whatever don't watch. This man has spent many years now helping people get prepared with a wealth of free information on gear and survival skills. Thank you Don for your steady stream of vids.

[@SensiblePrepper]

Thanks for the awesome Comment! I appreciate it!

[@podsmpsg1]

SensiblePrepper thank you very much.

[@adam45011]

carolsman7 There will ALWAYS be people that Thumbs-down a video; even if it’s a guy doing nothing more than wishing you a good day 😂. The internet is absurd.

[@michigunsanta8680]

I’ve learned quite a bit from KZbin videos about preparing a bug out bag and just some easy practical things you should do for SHTF scenarios, I thought I knew a lot but come to find out even at 51 I could learn some things! Thanks for the info! 👍🏻

[@kydd666]

Some of the longer videos i'll set the playback speed to 1.5x, you'll still get all the info just in a shorter amount of time

[@cgKyle]

I disagree with the medical symbol making the bag more gray man. I hang out in a lot of rough neighborhoods, they would steal that bag from my car if they saw it, if they thought it had any type of medicine or needles in it.

[@pamshouse99]

Living with the Earth yes it would be the first thing taken here also. Label it Sunday school supplies and I would almost guarantee it to be ignored!! lol...

[@XelaOso850]

I actually 100% agree with you on this one minor mistake lol

[@DD-d6d3]

Yeah, it's hilarious watching this country boy talk about cooking in the middle of a city

[@eternapesadilla2355]

People would try to steal just for having the bag.

[@madisonmyers9717]

Then don’t chose to do that

[@stephengonzalez5578]

1 Backpack 🎒 2. Bottles of water 3. Energy bars ⚡ 4. Firstaid kit ➕ 5. Flashlight 🔦 6. Bandana 7. Public trans map. 🚉🚌 8. Lighter 🔥 9. Emergency blanket 10. Phone charger 11. Tissues 🚽 12. Multi. Tool 🔧 Basic and simple Items in no particular order.

[@nicholausstraach458]

That's a good list! Keeping it simple. I've done the get home challenge. And my list is good shoes, bottle of water, and energy bar.

[@robertocalderonabogado1427]

Great list Thanks

[@kurtkenehan8017]

@@nicholausstraach458 how did you do the get home challenge? are there certain parameters about it to test it effectively?

[@nicholausstraach458]

@@kurtkenehan8017 Down Town Dallas to the Suburbs with no cell phone use, turn it off. Walk home with the gear you think you need and see how long it takes and what you use. You will quickly learn getting A to B is more simple than expected.

[@kurtkenehan8017]

@@nicholausstraach458 thank you

[@xgrandchampx8916]

-Water bottle -Small Rain poncho -Clean Bandana (makeshit mask, wipe sweat or to stop a bleeding) -Energy Bar -Bit Lighter -Hand Sanitizer Gel (Useful to stay healthy in nasty places and will burn very well, to help start a fire) -Flashlight (USB Rechargable to go with a power bank) -Prescription meds** -Power Bank (keep your phone charged to call for help or check in on family)** This will get you home and can fit in a very small bag, even if you have to walk all night in bad weather. Also works very well with your EDC Phone, wallet, blade(?) & Pen.

[@Iowarail]

Couple of things that is in every one of my bags is clean sock and underwater. Always.

[@brandonreed70]

Just one sock? You keep it submerged?

[@cathy4735]

Socks and underwear

[@matthewr.4800]

@@brandonreed70 Best comment ever 😂

[@DS..69]

Tighty Whitney's! Lol

[@destinationbushcraft1833]

The best! Lol clean sock and underwater. 😂😂😂

[@OzMan9989]

Water, lockpicks, small prybar, wire cutters, gloves, trash bags, cash, cash, cash, extra socks, bear spray, m95 mask, balaclava, silcock key, baseball hat, lighter, battery brick, road flare, subway pass, trauma kit, sunglasses, and other personal protection along with usual edc (light, knife, watch, compass, etc). #1 item: Use trash bags to look like homeless dude if you must and walk out down train tracks keeping low profile. You sleep in a trash bag if you must sleep because trash bags are everywhere and blend into everything, and no one fucks with a trash bag in the woods or alley.

[@williambamford2697]

Some good ideas... but waaaaay too much gear for a GHB. 8lbs max. I like the idea of the crowbar in an urban environment though. You dont want to get caught with the handgun in NY or Boston etc... you will go to jail, but the crowbar is an excellent improvised wepon idea for urban. Gotta cut down the redundancy. Why that much fire kit? Where are you going to use 4 ferrorods in a city that you wouldn't first grab one of the 3 bic lighters you have? Remember the goal is "get home-urban", not "camp in central park."

[@voxie6873]

now while i agree with most of the things you are saying, bigger stature people like myself can carry a 20 or 30 pound bag for up to ten miles, and guns are very important even if you may get in trouble with them take your pick die in a mugging or get a stern talking to be the police. Having more than one of some is ideal thing break and you may lose them.

[@Dominini]

@@voxie6873 He is saying that by law there are certain fire arm restrictions in certain areas. As much as you would love to carry, highly doubt you are doing so legally in NYC.

[@davidquist8963]

Judged by 12 or carried by 6?

[@martinwiebe125]

Gary Dodgson wow that’s pretty bad, I would leave that country ASAP

[@jedisky2]

2 is 1. 1 is none.

[@davidpyle7333]

Don, great video as always, but respectfully must disagree - way too much gear for an urban bag. My experience (NYC power outage in 2000, NYC post 9/11, evacuating a 20 story hotel in São Paulo at 2am because of power outages....) taught me that fast and light is key in a city. Sling bags get very heavy very quickly, 20lbs will kill you. When SHTF in a city you want to get as far away as fast as possible, so you’re not going to be lighting fires or cooking. You’re going to be moving, so water, energy bars, and good shoes is what you need.

[@mikemower1939]

Yeah... nutnfancy addressed this too. Showing off one of his large bug out bags he talked about how everything in it is disposable and to drop stuff, hide it, etc ,drop it all if you have to for speed.

[@andrewevanoff1192]

I'm sure, his kit was assembled for the area where he lives. Most cities in the US are wide spread, with much lower population density than a typical European city. People often commute 20 to 40 miles, one way daily. It may take 3 to 4 days to walk back home if something major happens. Many of the items can be very useful. Also, he can quickly cache items he doesn't need for the conditions. This is where the trash bags come handy.

[@nmr6988]

@David Pyle, I think you are missing the point and purpose of the video. The point is not to carry everything, but to have choices! There are many things in my GHB that i would offload before leaving my vehicle or office and starting the walk home or to shelter. Nothing worse than not having essential items to choose from.

[@Dominini]

@Grass fed fish what kind of sandwich? (sorry, I'm a little hungry and enjoying this)

[@nmr6988]

@Grass fed fish , thank you for your self-righteous and negative opinion.

[@kan-zee]

💥⌚️ *TIMESTAMP* ⌚️💥 ITEMS in the URBAN GHB* 3:45 .. WEIGHT *19lbs 11oz* 4:01 ... have a standard *EDC* 4:15... *Belt* 4:49 .. *Water Bottle* 5:12.. *Multitool* 5:25.. *Headlamp* 5:53.. *Trauma Kit* & *Boboo Kit* 6:26.. *Fire Kit* & *Lighter* &*Advil* & *NitroGloves* & *Signal mirror* & *LockPick set* & *Whistle* & *mini Screwdriver* 7:30.. *Flashlight #2* 8:38.. *Water Filter* 9:16.. *Silcok 4 way water utility key* 9:52.. *P51* Can opener & micro Towel* 10:09.. *Maps* & *compass* & *Rite in Rain field note* 11:21.. *Wet Wipes* & *insect repellent* 12:00.. *Fire Kit* - lighters - ferro rod - sparks - waterproof capsules w/ matches - vasseyballs - fierce fire impregnated wood - 13:16 .. *Cordage on spool tool* & *wire on a spool* - *Sharpie & pencil* 13:42.. *Pry bar* 14:05.. *grey man effect* & magpole pouches - *battery source* - *Cables* - *Batteries CR123* - 15:18.. *Bayonet* 16:14.. *ball cap hat* - *head cover* - *gloves* 16:49.. *Garbage bags industrial* 17:19.. *Jacket* - *xtra socks* - *walking shoes* - 18:09.. *Mylar sided Tarp* size= ?? 18:41.. *Emergency Food Bars* 19:02.. *Stove* 19:35.. *Repair kit / housewife* 20:13.. *Conceal Carry Weapon* 20:56.. *Bandana* 21:43.. *CLOSING COMMENTS* 22:45 ... *BLOOPER REEL* 😂🤣👍😂🤣👍

[@joshuakalaniparks9084]

Thank you!🤙

[@neotericisis]

This has a wealth of info. (I just put the P51 can opener in my Amazon cart!). However, some things are not practical for big cities such as NYC and Chicago. As a native NYC’er I will say that specific sling bag and/or patch will make you stand out, as will that BCM hat. A simple backpack or a business/laptop sling bag (if people decide to use a sling bag) and a basic baseball hat are much better. The jacket is fine. No molle system etc. Good point on checking with knife laws- a good multi tool may be a good option to avoid being detained at checkpoints etc. while also providing a tool for self defense or otherwise as needed. (I know a straight knife is ideal, but it makes you look much more suspect to big city cops, and you won’t be stripping trees etc. in a big city. Whereas, a multitool can draw blood if needed, pick locks, open food etc. AND is much more explainable if you get detained) Also, at the least, a N95 mask is essential (I would pack that before I did a camping stove etc.). I was downtown during September 11th- it just seems more practical in todays world of biowarfare and terrorism.

[@billyguy6645]

“I perfer the backpack.” - 30 minutes about the sling pack.

[@ethanh3421]

billy Guy I THOUGHT I WAS THE ONLY ONE 😂😂😂😂😂

[@valerieannrumpf4151]

He was showing all of the portable gear and items that you can fit into both a backpack and a sling bag.

[@Chilly_Billy]

The water tool is called a silcock key. I have two from different sources and that's how both were marked.

[@Servants_Heart]

Truly you need a minimum of a N95 mask for an urban back. If a building is blown up, dust would be everywhere.

[@jeffreyvb1]

Small packs of tissues (TP) , hand sanitizer , and wizzie wipes will also be helpful. Don't forget a small inventory of daily meds.

[@RyanGr33n]

13:55 if you’re planning a “get home bag”, don’t forget you might have to “get out” first… if you work in a high rise office or any locked facility, you may need to break out before you can get home! Elevators may be offline, key-badges may not be working, security staff may be too busy to let you out… there’s a good chance you’ll be smashing windows, prying door jams, cutting fencing, just to get on your way home.

[@adam45011]

You’re hands-down one of the best. I appreciate you and the info you have given us over the years.

[@TheUrbanPrepper]

This was a fun video to watch and to get ideas from. I like that it's under twenty pounds. That's a good weight for a GHB. Thanks for all of the detailed descriptions of the individual items.

[@ericpatrick5542]

He Always Gives Me Good Information To What I Need For Survival And Doomsday Survival.

[@joshuareed3999]

I'm glad I saw this comment. I was getting ready to say that this seems like a lot more than what most would need for a true "get home bag". I definitely still think that's true, but 20 lbs. is not bad at all.

[@evangelon2]

I call it my “WOW” bag, “Walk out of Work” bag. It’s a backpack that I keep stowed away at my workplace. It’s designed to walk me through 20 miles of urban and suburban territory. Made some photocopies of some old hagstrom maps of the relative terrain, also keep updated google offline maps in my phone. I like the idea of the messenger bag. I may get one and redistribute my more fast grabby things i to that bag and keep my “sit and stop” things in the pack. All of my bags are Jansport school bags. I look very civilian.

[@rowdyyates372]

A good water source that most people never even think about is that a lot of cemeteries in the cities have water spicots thru out the cemetery and usally its good fresh clean drinkable water. Also alot churches have outside water spicots

[@kenhelmers2603]

Add an EpiPen, Benadryl, a few days worth of prescription meds. Thanks Sootch :)

[@Jdbeth77]

Ken Helmers any idea on how to get an epipen without a prescription

[@kenhelmers2603]

@@Jdbeth77 Sorry, I have no clue.. but need to find out myself! :)

[@chrism6904]

@@Jdbeth77 Tell a doctor you're allergic to certain foods or bee's (or something like that) and ask for a prescription for one. That simple ;)

[@christopherkasik3291]

You can just go to your doctor and get a script for one , I did that 3 Z pack antibiotics and 30 800mg Ibeprophan. My Doctor knows that I am always on the road or outdoors so he had no issues , he also knows I really come into see him. And If I do it is something major.

[@michigunsanta8680]

Ken Helmers yep that’s what I’d have added! I’d have meds along in the money belt.

[@nmr6988]

@Sensible Prepper, thank you for showing not only how to set up the bag, but the various items we can choose from according to our personal area and needs. My husband and I have lots of things in our vehicle GHBs for extra comfort if we're going to remain with our car, but which we could pick and choose from if we needed to get out and walk home or toward other shelter. I could never think ahead in the way I need to without having some expert help. Thank you again for that!

[@r.c.t.travels]

I've been Prepping for a few years now and I love watching your channels content and others on youtube. I have learned alot from the prepping experience but I still learn new things from you and others. Thank you for your content! I've learned of equipment that I'd never heard of before. Keep up the good work friend.

[@johnsonpink6002]

The water supply tool is called a Sillcock Key or Sillcock Wrench

[@doubled473]

I’ve seen a lot of these types of videos and most everyone forgets the fact that their GHB/BOB is always transported in their vehicle. This means you don’t need a jacket, boots etc folded up taking up space in your bag. The other thing to remember is to have a second small bag that is empty so you can load up necessary prep items that you already had stored in your vehicle.

[@Rob--]

These bags need to be used. So many people pack it and toss it in the closet. I guarantee in an emergency if you are not accustomed to using your bag you will forget it. Use your bag and practice with the gear. Just took my daughter out in the rain and started some fires. I gave her a magnesium rod and a pocket knife. It took ten minutes for her to learn a lifelong skill. Sensible prepper, please keep the videos coming. I know this an old one but I've probably watched it five times.

[@847MicRoss]

You're 100% correct. I hate seeing these videos where all of there gear looks brand new.

[@Rob--]

@@847MicRoss me too. i almost force myself to use mine at least once a week. and then replenish as needed. now it's automatic.

[@morgan10152]

I believe it is called a 4-Way Sillcock key. Most hardware stores carry them. Between $5.00 and $10.00.

[@LShapedAmbush]

My ex-wife was living in Alexandria, VA, with our children on 9/11. She was at a meeting across the streets on the White House when the 3rd plane went down in Pa. she decided it was time to get out of Dodge and get to our children. She walked to Alexandria following the railroad tracks in her high heels. The streets were hopelessly jammed and chaotic so she took the tracks home. I was a thousand miles away and was so impressed with her Get Home determination. A pair of walking shoes would have helped a lot.

[@podsmpsg1]

AlanMcMichael I'm glad she and your kids are okay.

[@JGWilson007]

Thank You for having suggestions and guides for those of us that are not going to Bug Out to the woods unless it really hits the fan. My family thinks "Roughing it" it the Holiday Inn. I would love to see more content on things like getting Home plans for when you work an hour and a half away from home by Highway and Evacuation plans for a family like mine.

[@rogermalone673]

I know a get home bag, bugout bag, G.O.O.D. bag and whatnot is a very personal thing but i noticed a few things i have in mine that you don't have in yours. I keep a smith's pencil sharpener in mine even though i have a knife to sharpen my pencils and make shavings incase something happens to my primary knife. I also have a small 16x52 single lens ( monocular ) binocular for long distance viewing. I know this sounds strange but i vacuum seal my socks and keep some foot powder in a water proof container as well. I also keep about 100 water purification tablets as a back up for my sawyer water filter for redundancy. I have a smith's pocket pal knife sharpener to keep my knife sharp. I personally don't own a cell phone so i keep a small radio/mp3 player/battery bank with headphones to keep me upto date on what's happening in the news.

[@Sarah_Kinz]

Roger Malone socks in a bag is a genius idea man! I think I’d be tempted to even put my hat in a bag. Nothing is worse than a cold hat even if it’s wool, my head gets cold.

[@theunknownknowsBYvoivod]

I have socks in a freezer bag. I don't have a vacuum sealer yet. I would probably vac seal 75% of the stuff in my bobs. We have 2 seasons here-Rainy and Less Rainy. And water everywhere.

[@nmr6988]

Roger Malone, thank you for your wonderful ideas! Today I will be taking my husband's and my get home bags out of our vehicle, taking out the socks, and putting them in double Ziploc bags. No vacuum sealer, but the double ziplock bags will really help. also having a knife sharpener in your bag. I have knives, but no knife sharpener. Duh! I love all your other recommendations as well. We have a small dog and he has his own bag. Do you have ideas on that subject?

[@sosteve9113]

Good idea's

[@rogermalone673]

Nancy M-R: Deworming medicine and flee and tick powder ( diatomaceous earth ) is always good for both dogs and cats. Also maybe some drops for ear mites. Rawhide chew sticks and treats to keep their attention.

[@llchapman1234]

FYI, The city water tool is called a four-way sillcock key.

[@Nathan35077]

Glad you added Advil! Some sort of pain reliever is soooo important and many people overlook it. Having a bad headache can really drain you and make you not able to do anything. Also antacids is important too. But not as much as some Tylenol!

[@ArmedWithKnowledge]

Agreed. Something as simple as a headache, whether it's from an injury or not, can be debilitating. Especially when trying to aim accurately and/or assess threats. Most of the first aid kits that are worth-while will have some sort of pain reliever included.

[@KingofConduits]

SO, let's get some clarity and reality errbody! EDC containing ⬇️ - Chapstick: Great to have when dehydrated, used daily hence EDC relevance, useful as fire starter and can also be used to lubricate a firearm or protect a wound (versions can also be purchased with antibiotic properties). - Firearm: If you can and desire to do so, a pistol with a few spare mags or box of ammo. No delusional long guns and chest rigs 🙄. - Knife: It's uses are obvious. - Water Purification tablets: Throw 4 or so in a wallet or purse and your good for 4-8 liters (that'd more than cover anyone's get home trip if paired with water that's already onboard). - Quality lighter: Obvious uses. - Duct tape: Wrap a few feet around the lighter. Can be used to patch things but more importantly as moleskin for your feet and any places that may chafe. Also replaces a booboo kit. That said, if you need a booboo kit you don't need a booboo kit 😂, so toss it. Lick the wound and keep pushing. - Flashlight: Small or keychain sized. Just incase your phone goes down. - Bag: This should only contain food, water, map and a compass (if and only if you expect to be in an area that you're unfamiliar with. But most of us have no issue finding our way home from most places we frequent). You could get away with doubledup Walmart bags but a decent pack to manage the weight is smart. But if you don't have the budget a $5 backpack from the thrift store is good. - Food: Non-cook, ready to eat food ONLY. Enough to match close as possible (watch pack weight) to the caloric requirements of the trip you'd be likely to face. - Water: LIQUID IV

[@MR.GRIMM760]

I've been watching your videos for a long time now and I appreciate everything you put out. Thank you for your time and effort. Definitely appreciate it.

[@user-gn5uy6lx7z]

Don't forget your shelter. I carry a hammock with a bug screen and a 10x10.5 tarp for rain. I carry Bear Repellent also. Works great on snakes and other animals, even the two-legged kind.

[@nmr6988]

Thank you for educating me on more great gear, Sootch00. I can't tell you how much time is saved me to have your recommendations and to know that you have tried these things out first. Nothing is worse than spending money on a product and then finding out you don't like it, it doesn't work for you personally, or is just playing overpriced. And I got some wonderful additional ideas from one of your subscribers, Roger Malone. Very very helpful!

[@CookingFor1]

I carry Wysi Wipes for my expandable towels and bike route maps for the state. I always keep a small get home bag with me and have a larger bug out bag in another location.

[@dannybaker4641]

This is such a great video. I love that sling pack.I never know what I'll encounter driving almost 600 miles a day.Great products in this video and great advice as well.

[@juanma_blatter]

I think you should make a video of a school survival kit (School EDC) for teenagers or kids

[@adam45011]

ThompsonGaymer ARG A novel idea. Good thinking.

[@juanma_blatter]

@@adam45011 Thanks dude

[@mcblasty]

Good idea, i second this motion.

[@snoopu2601]

That's a good idea I talked with my kids when they were in school what to do in case of an emergency that go's for the whole family we are all in diffrent places during the day.

[@Jdbeth77]

I agree....good idea

[@tryingndoing]

Right on, Sootch! Here we are a year and a half later with protest/riots still going on in Portland! Your videos are great! Learning more daily. Gives us all ideas for our own situations. God bless you and yours!

[@54tristin]

Portland no mention of January 6 , Brother?

[@54tristin]

I agree no medical patch

[@michigunsanta8680]

Always love the blooper reels at the end of your videos! Reminds me of the old Cannonball Run type movies with old Burt Reynolds and Dom Delouis. Lol 😂 👍🏻

[@BASE5NYC]

I live in NYC and built my first get home bag with some ideas from your channel & bought my first Falcon 2 because of your Maxpedition videos. Couldn’t imagine going anywhere without it now.

[@3riverblades]

I use the same bag for my urban bob. I put in a small hatchet in the back of the pack. It’s heavier but you can remove the pry bar and bayonet for a one tool option plus I always carry a folding knife. Great vid a lot of folks forget how many ppl live and work in the cities.

[@robertforester7938]

Sootch for the sewing kit add a roll of Dental Floss it's great for tarp repair

[@zheiladschmidle2064]

Thank you for your videos! I have learned so much. I am a mom of 4 kiddos, and I am teaching them what I am learning here, and they love it! God bless!

[@spockmcoyissmart961]

I have given some thought to my own, 'get home bag' and I've come up with this: I work 5-7 days a week, 3 miles from my home. Occasionally, I will work less than 10 miles from my home. In my work truck, I normally have a complete change of clothes. I will drive to get as close to home as possible. I've been in bad winter storms and not 1 time could I not get to work or home from work. I can't imagine all of my routes home impassible. Therefore, my 'bag' will consist of a gun/ammo and water. That is all I see a need for. I can walk 3 miles in less than 1 hour.

[@no_peace]

Man, I've always been preparedness-minded but one of the most likely scenarios I plan for comes from a couple years ago when one of my coworkers was stuck in traffic for 8 hours after it snowed. There are all kinds of alternate routes on a normal day, but because of the snow, the road was gridlocked and she couldn't move an inch. Cars were sliding down the road into other cars. People abandoned their vehicles right in the lane because they couldn't get up the incline and there's barely any shoulder there to park in. Tow trucks couldn't get through traffic to pull the cars out. My coworker had to choose between sitting there in the car or walking home (15mi?) in work clothes without a flashlight, in below freezing weather. There was no mass transit available of course. Even people who had cell service couldn't get a ride because the roads were blocked so no one could get to them. So I want to have everything I need to avoid being stuck in a situation like that

[@river6448]

Thats a good bag idea but mate add food and first aid you never know u may need it.

[@kenkong4545]

Once again Sootch, you delivered a informative video with professionalism..I enjoy your inspiration on the topic at hand..thanks buddy

[@philclodfelter5994]

Sootch00 I’ve been a subscriber of the channel for 8-10 years now always like the information you put out the products are great the bloopers are the best , keep up the great work

[@mr.morris2907]

This is a very interesting set up for SC. Thanks for sharing

[@PreppingInProgress]

Thanks for sharing on the gray man side of things. It’s an area I’m still learning about.

[@TheGreekPytheus]

Love your reviews. One point, in a desert city, like Las Vegas, a lighter will not last long in a get home bag. The heat and lack of humidity will dry out a lighter very fast, so I stock with matches. Keep up the great work! Thank you.

[@micahwest5347]

Never heard this before. Are you sure the fuel button didn’t get accidentally depressed? An appropriate sized rubber o-ring under the button can prevent this.

[@vikingmusings]

Also ty for making these videos I have learned allot from the prep community I am just starting but the information you guys give will definitely make a difference in someones survival.

[@bigdeal47]

If you jam that muzzle O-ring at the bottom of the blade in bayonet case where you would normally slide the blade in, you get the hammer. That's what is it designed for and it works pretty well.

[@jimhowes2983]

My get home bag is also my work bag. Worst case scenerio I have a 100 mile hike back to my car if the grid goes down, most of which is walking along railway lines. My grey man outfit will be my fluro orange safety vest . A lot of the items mentioned are part of my work carry kit. I always have extra clothing as I live in a semi alpine climate. My good boots are already on my feet. The amount of extra kit I carry for emergencies probably only weighs a couple of pounds , mylar blanket, cask wine bladder (holds 1 gallon water when filled), extra lighter & cotton wool, water purifcation tablets,spare torch batteries & some extra food (funny how you always get hungry when stuck on a broken down train) I suppose it depends on your circumstances on what you carry.

[@mikhalize]

While these are nice GHB, they are not really urban focused. An urban pack should be built around communication, shelter/cover, and defense (two legged predators). Most of us are within 25 miles of our homes. The goal is to get home, not fight a battle or camp overnight. Example, in Chicago (hateful city) roadways are plentiful, cell phones are operable and access to water and food available. The danger is avoiding becoming prey because your car broke down or you have to beat-feat due to mass transit stoppages. A 19 pound bag isn't really feasible. How would you build an urban bag that is not based on all out chaos or without rule of law? My bag comes in under 12 pounds with a level IIIa panel and 2 additional magazines. I am going to add a silicox key...just because I like the "maybe" factor. In urban arena ditching your vehicle (which should have survival gear based on the season), is an emergency decision. A car is shelter and protection. How would you utilize your vehicle in the urban setting?

[@Dominini]

What is so hateful towards you about the city?? You Chicago haters are really something else. I hope you at least live there considering how irrationally judgemental you are. I would rather be in a bad neighborhood in Chicago than almost anywhere in Milwaukee. Who told you to hate Chicago so much? Trump and other bozos like him? I have an idea, give your weak item suggestions and keep it moving...

[@anonyymikana206]

@@Dominini please shut up

[@TheLakeMorgan]

I've been watching you since you first started, and I just realized we're from the same state!!

[@Poppaswine33]

Good stuff Sootch...thanks for your time brother. ..people my needs things like this sooner than they think. ..

[@user-xs4ik9fy2p]

Love the fact people really care to want people to know how to protect themselves. Much love

[@errk25]

Cash is really important. There have been several times when I needed gas and the stations card readers were out. I have a 70 mile commute one way. I cross urban, suburban, farmland, and countryside depending on the couple of different routes I take. So my EDC/work bag is a slingbag and I carry a VEDC backpack and tool bag in my SUV. It all gives me some versatility as to what I might need depending on the situation.

[@bobm1625]

Bags evolve, and I'm grateful for your updates. Btw...saw that duct tape at HD, too. I grabbed a few, this summer. Good video. I still love the outtakes.

[@SensiblePrepper]

Thanks Bob!

[@dusbus2384]

First things first get a pair of walking shoes and socks. Remember it’s “get home”. With that you’ll need water and maybe a ball cap and sun glasses with a light rain jacket. I like the idea of cash and the water thing. That’s pretty much it. A pistol if you live in a rough city but really don’t need a stove or really any camping gear. I keep a gym bag in my truck with workout clothes and water bottle. There’s my get home bag if for some reason I can’t drive home on however much fuel is in the vehicle.

[@derealovesurvival7549]

Excellent video you always have well thought out kits thanks for sharing and God bless you .

[@nmr6988]

@SensiblePrepper, you're so right: "avoid confrontation" is the best advice! Applies especially to some of the posts on this page... 😄

[@nmr6988]

@S DJ , it's called my opinion. But thank you for your self-righteous and negative point of view.

[@jonathantijerina3984]

I just wanted to say thank you... All of your videos are very informative and just all out great...making my bag for the new year thanks

[@YolklahomaRocks]

Just thought I would reccomend adding an item to your pack. Most people don't realize that a lot of walking (in shoes they wear alot) can create blisters. I keep moleskin in mine. Your feet will thank you.

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

Awesome Get Home Bags Sootch00. I really like the way you laid an organized everything out in your bag. Very Cool stuff Sir. As always long live the republic my friend.

[@mikehartmann5187]

I really like your pack. One of the best config’d I’ve seen lately. Have you had any issues of heat with your emergency food? I gave up having food in my black truck because of the summer heat. On the point of cash - my recommendation is to keep $300 stashed somewhere as follows: $50 in dollar bills, $50 in 5’s, $100 in tens and $100 in twenties. In a crisis, a merchant may not be able to make change, and you don’t want to have to use a $20 bill for a bottle of water. This is real world experience having been stranded in NYC during the great blackout of 2003, with only $4 in my wallet. Couple observations - If you already CCW then I’d trade the weight of the extra pistol/ammo for a few emergency water rations. Also I suggest a good quality (if there is such a thing anymore) AM/FM/NWS radio or a two-way radio handheld set where the radio is also capable of receiving AM/FM & NWS. Don’t go cheap Chinese - those radios are garbage and won’t hold up to hard use in an emergency. I keep a couple disposable plastic ponchos in my kit, and instead of the heavy tarp, I carry 4 space blankets. Outside the grab & go kit but in the truck I store a compact emergency pup tent. Lastly - my spare belt is a belt of woven paracord - I like multi-use devices for a go-kit. Oh yeah one more thing - I have a 2” diameter magnifying glass in my kit. Thanks for the vid!

[@dirk480]

I like watching what other people put in their get home bags. Gives me ideas

[@miciahk]

One thing I do, for folks who haven't got the funds or want to have organization in their bags but aren't too serious or dedicated enough to personal survival is use everyday items to store things I started out using used medication bottles of different sizes to store batteries, needle/thread/first aid/cotton balls/ fat lighter kindling/ FINGER NAIL CLIPPERS which are handy for a lot of things and so forth. Where there is desire, one will prepare in any which way they can. For food, i started out just packing small tuna packs and such. My motto is the same today as it was 30 years ago when I joined the US Army; Overcome, Adapt, Improvise. SAPPERS!

[@BELCAN57]

Hi Don, thanks for the video. How about one covering the absolute minimum amount of items needed to "get out....."

[@jewelciappio2878]

You can use those trash bags to line the inside of your pack and keep the items like socks and extra clothes and anything else you need to keep dry in the rain.

[@low96hb]

Very good video, very informative. Really got me to take another look at my GHB setup. Thanks and keep the great videos rolling out.

[@georgemcmillan9172]

It's called a silcox tool. Home Depot has them for about $11.00. Critical for any urban survival situation!.

[@josephpasquale8932]

George McMillan Actually it's a sillcock key. In Pittsburgh you can pick them up at plumbing supply stores for 6 to 8 bucks.

[@05generic]

Amazon as well, last time I checked. HD is gouging.

[@maybeso1547]

Yes. Sillcock key. I have one in the truck and one in the get home bag. They work like a charm and this may be the most important prep.

[@SensiblePrepper]

Thanks George! It's definitely a must have!

[@brianemery8945]

@@josephpasquale8932 pittsburgh'er here as well!

[@BPS10-Ga]

I keep 2 GHBs in my trucks, a medium size backpack and a small shoulder bag. Each one has specific items to get home. Assorted pain killers, cold pills, vitamins, antacids, dust masks and medical supplies. Flashlight, storm matches, water bottles, candy and protein bars I live in the burbs but it's heavily populated with 🐑.

[@redfaux74]

Great video. You had several things in there that I can add to my bags. Thank you.

[@tnwhitley]

Good advice for me if I need to go somewhere temporarily. I’m in the country & won’t be ‘bugging out’. I’ll stand my ground here. The sling bag I’ve got one twice that size that I put everything in it including clothes and it sets across the back of my cruiser strapped to my seats and saddle bags. Makes a nice thing to lean back on while riding my motorcycle.

[@derekdavidson6738]

A couple things.. Another thing not talked about much is footware in this situation. At least in urban settings, many aren't really dressed for a long walk or whatever you're going to deal with. A decent broken in pair of boring mid-cut boots or even some walking shoes are something have. Also, the jacket I normally wear from my truck to the door or whatever probably isn't sufficient for being outdoors longer. I know this isn't a good practice on my part but having an extra jacket is handy. These items can be alongside your bag and you can switch to them.

[@lenmorris9164]

add a med duty chain rusty looking about 2 feet long with a pad lock- great for securing a door or gate when you have to overnight in a odd building besides you could use it as a weapon or even to secure a bad guy to a pole if the need should arise .

[@jackpinesavage1628]

I'm working on building a kit like this for my tool box in the bed of my truck. Well done, Scootch.

[@sebastianmange1834]

Thank you so much for this video! I live in a complete urban environment and it helps me a lot to have a very good idea of what I need in case of a disaster. Keep rocking I love your videos.

[@SensiblePrepper]

Thanks Sebastian! Be prepared Brother!

[@sharingtheadventure]

You’ve got some really good stuff there. I always appreciate peoples different takes on this stuff. I personally like to start with a comfortable backpack that a hiker may use. If you have any distance to travel whatsoever, you have to put the weight on your hips…not your shoulders. My scenario involves long distance. Anyway...Great list!

[@scott27288]

Thanks for a great video Sootch. Love your channel. God bless.

[@Bassdaddy-so1if]

I like how sooch is realistically probably a 46 year old man and looks 25 and has the energy of a 7 year old lol love you sooch! Been a sub since the beginning brother keep up the good work!!

[@negolfman]

Awesome kit, Thanks for posting your vids Sootch!

[@tomtee4442]

I ride my hybrid gasoline powered bicycle alot. While back pack on I can grab my large bear spray fast while riding with my hand reaching in back pack for fast response if needed. Stay strapped or get clapped. My hybrid bicycle gets about 160-180 miles to the gallon depending on pedaling and a 4 stroke engine. A gasoline powered bicycle is the way to go. Most battery powered bikes don't have the riding range yet.

[@danielbrown1100]

A medic patch draws specific attention to yourself. Exactly the opposite of what you want in an urban disaster. Especially when ppl are hunting supplies.

[@RodneyFisk]

This is one of the best thought out bags I've ever seen! Well done! Sub'ing

[@scottwinslow940]

Excellent video sir! Lots of valuable information and ideas. One item that I include in my urban get home bag is a quality multi tool.

[@vikingmusings]

The Four preps that in my opinion will make a massive difference 1 (training) physical and mental training. Getting in shape and learning survival skills. 2 Lean how to survive with just a knife as great a prep set is all it takes for someone to rob you or not being to get to your gear. If things get so bad all you are left with is a knife. Then you need to know how to survive with a knife. 3 Security training self defense and weapon training and evasion training. 4 The gear I put gear last because in any survival scenario there is no guarantee you are going to get to it. So knowing 3 first will make a difference when it comes to survival.

[@marwanelkordy253]

Man you are global now I watch a lot of videos for you your friend from Egypt

[@MrByTheMile]

youre a cool dude, any man that can include bloopers, stable good standing dude in my opinion, great stuff man!

[@Kayakwinds]

You clearly know what you are talking about. Nicely done. I am reassured to see that my current kit is very, very close to yours in content. However, I have chosen to include a military style poncho instead of a tarp, since the poncho can double as a substitute tarp. And it provides pretty much immediate protection from the elements for you and your gear. Because mine is made of strong rip stop nylon, it can be employed for use as a stretcher, should the need arise. I do have a shemagh, which can be used for a variety of purposes beyond that of a scarf.

[@jamesreyes777]

One thing that I have in my truck it’s a pelican case and I put a cable lock through it and around the leg of my seat and I carry my boots and get home bag inside of it. It would be really hard for somebody to steal it. So I picked up a couple of locks for the box and two locks for the cable itself which cost $32 at Home Depot and I bought a used military pelican case at the Swap meet for $45And now my $2500 get home bag as well protected for under $100. Now when I go out with my truck somewhere and everything I don’t have to worry about my stuff getting stolen.

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello my friend, thank you for sharing your very informative video. You always do an excellent job in presenting the vital information. Take care out there, be safe and have fun.

[@tattoochef]

Picked up my silcock key for 5 bucks at lowes. Lowes, home depot and the like are good places for some survival items. And if you have old jars of Vicks vapor rub, you can use it instead of Vaseline. Good for minor Aches and pains, skeeter repellent and it burns. 1 cotton ball impregnated with vicks burns for about 10 minutes.

[@jenniferkim7393]

I love this bag and all of your contents! There was so much stuff in that bag I was waiting for you to pull out a toilet, jeep and house! haha

[@welshscott7833]

would you please cover a kit to take on vacation overseas (france) with going through customs and weight consideration in mind?

[@Spushed]

Oh this is easy...don’t go to France...

[@theunknownknowsBYvoivod]

Currently no riots in the Bahamas.

[@eblake626]

Sootch and Warrior Poet's monthly cycles synced. LOL...both of your get home bags are great!

[@SensiblePrepper]

Thanks Brother! John is top notch!

[@jim2mckenna220]

I greatly appreciate the out takes, for if we lose our sense of humor... we are doomed. Also love your channel! Thanks Ken!!!

[@The_Crow_Flies]

I have a maxpedition gearslinger. Sitka. It is a mix between the back pack and the messenger bag and you can bring it around to your front. That would be a good choice for something like this.